Lasater Schirmer Foundation
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    • Home
    • About
      • Mission & Values
      • Board & Leadership
    • Who We Support
      • Women & Girls
      • LGBTQ+ Communities
      • Environment Conservation
    • Grants
      • Grant Application
      • Grantmaking Approach
      • Eligibility Guidelines
    • Contact Us
  • Home
  • About
    • Mission & Values
    • Board & Leadership
  • Who We Support
    • Women & Girls
    • LGBTQ+ Communities
    • Environment Conservation
  • Grants
    • Grant Application
    • Grantmaking Approach
    • Eligibility Guidelines
  • Contact Us

Our Mission, Values, and Approach

 The Lasater Schirmer Family Trust is a private charitable foundation dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations that strengthen communities, advance equity, and protect the environment. Our grantmaking reflects a shared commitment to dignity, opportunity, wellbeing, and long-term impact. 

Who We Are

Founded on a belief that thoughtful philanthropy can create meaningful change, the Lasater-Schirmer Foundation supports organizations working at the intersection of social equity, community wellbeing, and environmental stewardship.


We partner with nonprofit organizations that are deeply rooted in the communities they serve and guided by inclusive, ethical, and community-informed leadership. Our approach is grounded in listening, learning, and supporting solutions that reflect lived experience and local knowledge.

What We Believe

We believe that lasting change is most effective when it is community-driven, equity-centered, and sustainable. The Trust prioritizes organizations that respect the dignity of those they serve, demonstrate accountability in their work, and are committed to measurable outcomes.


Our grantmaking is informed by the understanding that social, environmental, and economic challenges are interconnected, and that addressing them requires collaboration, care, and long-term thinking.

Our work is guided by three core pillars

Women & Girls

Environment & Conservation

LGBTQ+ Communities

Supporting initiatives that promote education, safety, leadership, economic opportunity, and wellbeing for women and girls.

LGBTQ+ Communities

Environment & Conservation

LGBTQ+ Communities

Investing in programs that affirm identity, strengthen community support systems, and advance equity, access, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals. 

Environment & Conservation

Environment & Conservation

Environment & Conservation

Funding efforts that protect natural ecosystems, conserve biodiversity, and expand access to clean, safe water through sustainable solutions.

Lasting change is most effective when it is community-driven, equity-centered, and sustainable.

Meet Our Board & Leadership

The Lasater Schirmer Family Trust is guided by a board of leaders with diverse professional experience and a shared commitment to equity, community wellbeing, and environmental stewardship. 

 

Learn more about the leaders guiding the Trust’s mission and grantmaking.

Meet the Board

Our Approach to Grantmaking

The Lasater Schirmer Family Trust approaches grantmaking with intention, care, and respect for the organizations we support. We seek partners who demonstrate strong community ties, responsible stewardship of resources, and a clear vision for impact.


Our funding supports a range of organizational needs, including program implementation, capacity-building, and innovative projects designed to address urgent or emerging challenges. We value transparency, collaboration, and learning throughout the grant lifecycle.

Get Involved

 If you believe your organization’s work aligns with our mission and focus areas, we invite you to explore our funding priorities and eligibility guidelines. 

Review Eligibility Guidelines

A more equitable, resilient future for people and the planet.

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  • Board & Leadership
  • Women & Girls
  • LGBTQ+ Communities
  • Environment Conservation
  • Grant Application
  • Grantmaking Approach
  • Eligibility Guidelines
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